NCW Libraries open for those trying to stay cool
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Libraries throughout the Columbia Basin are open as cooling shelters to help residents beat the heat - and maybe pick up a good book while they're there.
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COLUMBIA BASIN - The Grant County Health District issued a release regarding cooling centers in the area for those trying to stay cool in the heat.
The release stated that with temperatures expected to be 100 degrees and over this week, all North Central Washington Libraries are open as cooling centers.
Grant County NCW locations include:
Coulee City - 405 W Main St
Mattawa - 101 Manson Lane
Royal City - 136 Camelia St NW
Ephrata - 45 Alder NW
Moses Lake - 418 E 5th Ave
Soap Lake - 32 E Main St
George - 125 E Deacon Ave
Quincy - 208 Central Ave S
Warden - 305 S Main St
They will be open only during their regular business hours. To see when they are open, check their website: https://www.ncwlibraries.org/locations/.
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